Designing Hope: Refugee to Resident - Shelter for Displaced Communities
Registration Deadline: Jan 25, 2024; Submission Deadline: Jan 25, 2024 []▶ Premise "Transforming Shelters for Displaced Dreams" Design a transformative shelter solution for communities displaced by conflict, environmental disasters, or other crises. The challenge is to create not just a dwelling but a space that provides security, community, and stability to residents. ▶ IssueThe critical issue at the heart of this competition is the pressing need to offer displaced communities an opportunity to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. These communities have experienced trauma and upheaval, and they deserve more than just basic housing. They need shelters that serve as more than just four walls; they require spaces that encourage a sense of security, belonging, and optimism. The competition addresses the human aspect of displacement, emphasizing the importance of spaces that foster well-being, resilience, and the restoration of a sense of normalcy. ▶ Objective The objective of this architectural competition is to challenge participants to design transformative shelter solutions that address the unique needs of communities displaced by conflict, environmental disasters, or other crises. The challenge extends beyond creating simple dwellings; it requires architects to envision spaces that provide not only shelter but also security, a sense of community, and stability for their residents. ▶ Prizes & Grants Winner x 1 = $1000 + Certificate + Publication in our Annual Issue + Blog Post Runners Up x 4 = $250 + Certificate + Publication in our Annual Issue + Blog Post Participation Certificates for all teams ▶ Learn More [go.seekfanatic.com/designinghope]Read the full post on Bustler
[]▶ Premise
"Transforming Shelters for Displaced Dreams" Design a transformative shelter solution for communities displaced by conflict, environmental disasters, or other crises. The challenge is to create not just a dwelling but a space that provides security, community, and stability to residents.
▶ Issue
The critical issue at the heart of this competition is the pressing need to offer displaced communities an opportunity to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. These communities have experienced trauma and upheaval, and they deserve more than just basic housing. They need shelters that serve as more than just four walls; they require spaces that encourage a sense of security, belonging, and optimism. The competition addresses the human aspect of displacement, emphasizing the importance of spaces that foster well-being, resilience, and the restoration of a sense of normalcy.
▶ Objective
The objective of this architectural competition is to challenge participants to design transformative shelter solutions that address the unique needs of communities displaced by conflict, environmental disasters, or other crises. The challenge extends beyond creating simple dwellings; it requires architects to envision spaces that provide not only shelter but also security, a sense of community, and stability for their residents.
▶ Prizes & Grants
Winner x 1 = $1000 + Certificate + Publication in our Annual Issue + Blog Post
Runners Up x 4 = $250 + Certificate + Publication in our Annual Issue + Blog Post
Participation Certificates for all teams
▶ Learn More [go.seekfanatic.com/designinghope]
Read the full post on Bustler